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The English School of Mongolia

Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MNT 13,000,000 - 31,500,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1325
Type Co-educational
Opened 2011
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages Mongolian, Mandarin, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

The English School of Mongolia is a private British international day school in Ulaanbaatar. It delivers a curriculum based on the English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme, with Cambridge Lower Secondary for Grades 6–8 and IGCSE for Grades 9–10. English is the language of instruction; Mongolian is taught from Junior School, and a third language is offered from Grade 6 (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean or Russian). The timetable covers eleven subjects—English, Mathematics, Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Mongolian Language/Literature/Script, Humanities, ICT, Art, Music, Physical Education, and Dance—plus Form Time and enrichment. Additional features include a performing arts department with musicals and culture festivals, clubs and trips, overseas study opportunities, and the Better Together Variety Concert. The Executive Principal is Graham Hill; the school is accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO). The campus supports a diverse, globally minded community from early years to Sixth Form.

WWHM+7M3, BZD - 1 khoroo, Ulaanbaatar 13380, Mongolia

The Essentials

The English School of Mongolia has 1,325 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
The English School of Mongolia is located at Tokyo Street-89, 1st khoroo, Bayanzurkh District, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – 13380. It is a British International School in Ulaanbaatar serving a diverse community of families from Mongolia and over 30 other nationalities.

Stages
Preschool; Junior School; Secondary School; Lawson Hill Sixth Form. Preschool follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). Junior School is guided by the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and enriched by the English National Curriculum. Secondary School offers Cambridge Lower Secondary (grades 6-8) and the IGCSE programme (Year 9-11), with a pathway to the IB Diploma Programme in Years 11-12; Lawson Hill Sixth Form provides the IB Diploma Programme.

Type
British International School (day international school). Accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO) and offering IB Diploma Programme, Cambridge IGCSEs, and BTEC Qualifications.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Represented nationalities include Mongolian nationals and more than 30 other nationalities.

Additional learning support
Wellbeing is supported by a dedicated Pastoral Lead, safeguarding and counselling teams, and a network of Form Tutors and House systems; EAL support is available; Mongolian language is taught as part of the curriculum.

Country affiliation
United Kingdom; affiliated as a British International School and accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO).

School day structure
The school day runs from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. After-school clubs run from Monday to Thursday.

Bus service
Bus route is available for student transport.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required. Uniform costs 350,000 MNT and PE clothes are included.

Food Options
Lunch costs 10,000 MNT per school day. After-school homework and sport club (Mon–Fri) costs 13,000 MNT per day and includes food and drinks.

House System
British-style House system with four Houses: Austen, Chaplin, Darwin and Seacole. Heads of House are teaching staff; House Captains and House Vice-captains are Grade 11 and Grade 10 students respectively. The House Cup is awarded twice a year, and House Points are earned and exchanged for tokens weekly.
Fees

Annual tuition at The English School of Mongolia ranges from MNT 13,000,000 to MNT 31,500,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Registration fee (one-off, non-refundable): MNT 400,000.

Tuition fees (annual) — Academic year 2026–2027

- Pre‑School (ages 3+ and 4+): MNT 13,000,000 per year.
- Pre‑School (age 5+): MNT 17,000,000 per year.
- Junior School (Grades 1–5): MNT 24,500,000 per year.
- Middle School (Grades 6–8): MNT 25,500,000 per year.
- Senior School (Grades 9–10): MNT 26,500,000 per year.
- IB Diploma (Grades 11–12): MNT 31,500,000 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No published per-term billing schedule or installment timetable was provided with the annual fee figures. Parents should use the school's payment instructions when making payment. The school provides bank-transfer details for payments (see Payment options).

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee information; the school's published materials present day-school tuition and ancillary charges only.

Other costs and recurring fees

- School lunch: MNT 10,000 per school day.
- After‑school homework & sports club (Grades 1–5 only): MNT 13,000 per day (food and drinks included).
- Uniform (includes PE clothes): MNT 350,000 (one-off).
- Any external examination fees, transport/bus fees, extra‑curricular programme fees or other incidental costs are not listed in the annual tuition lines above and may be charged separately.

Refund information

- The registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate published refund policy for tuition instalments or other fees was provided alongside the annual fee figures.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer: the school provides an account at State Bank with full account and correspondent bank/SWIFT details for international transfers. Payment details as published include:
- Bank name: State Bank
- Account name: ESM International School LLC
- Account No: MN94 0034 106000030702
- Beneficiary bank SWIFT: STBMMNUB (State Bank of Mongolia)
- Correspondent bank: China Construction Bank, New York Branch (SWIFT PCBCUS33) and correspondent account number as published.

- No explicit published mention of credit‑card or online card payment facilities, nor of a formal invoicing/term bill schedule; bank transfer information is the payment method shown in the published fee materials.
Academics

The English School of Mongolia teaches British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, BTEC Qualification for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers Cambridge Lower Secondary for Grades 6–8. Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum for Grades 9–10 and the IB Diploma Programme; the school is an IB World School and accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO). The curriculum is informed by the English National Curriculum. From Grade 6, a third language is added to the curriculum with language options including Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Russian. The timetable comprises eleven academic subjects including English, Mathematics, Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Mongolian Language/Literature/Script, Humanities (History and Geography), ICT, Art, Music, Physical Education, and Dance; plus Form Time, an enrichment programme, and assemblies.
Parent Experience

History
The English School of Mongolia is a private British international school located in Ulaanbaatar. The Executive Principal is Graham Hill and the Chair of the Board of Governors/Proprietor is Jargalan Erdenebat. The school has been an IB World School since 2015, authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme, with English as the language of instruction and a curriculum that combines the English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme. The school is located at Tokyo Street 89, 1st khoroo, Bayanzurkh District, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and had 1,081 students (503 boys, 578 girls) as recorded in the 2023 inspection report; it has grown to over 1,000 pupils since the last inspection in 2017.

Community
The English School of Mongolia serves a richly diverse community of families from Mongolia and over 30 other nationalities. Its Performing Arts program features Festivals of Song and Culture and the annual Better Together Variety Concert. Students and staff also organise events such as TEDxESM Youth 2026. The 2023 British Schools Overseas inspection notes that the school celebrates diversity through local and international festivals and engages in outreach programmes into the local community and schools.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ESM has facilities that support its internationally-minded curriculum and student life. The sports facilities are state-of-the-art and support teams in local and international competitions. The performing arts department provides opportunities for music, dance and drama through events such as musicals and culture festivals. Clubs and trips complement learning and enrichment across the school.

Sports Facilities
The school has state-of-the-art sports facilities that underpin both team and individual sport programs. Experienced coaches lead participation and drive success in local and international competitions.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs Enrichment Programmes include martial arts, sports, drama, crafts, chess, robotics, meditation and more, with the programme continually expanding each term. Trips encompass residential study trips overseas for Sixth Form and within Mongolia for Secondary and Junior School, plus international language trips and sports tours. The Performing Arts program offers Junior and Secondary Musicals, Festivals of Song and Culture, and the annual Better Together Variety Concert, providing opportunities in music, dance and drama. Language study is a core component, with English as the language of instruction, Mongolian taught from Junior School, and a third language chosen from Grade 6 among Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Russian.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The English School of Mongolia offers IB Programmes and Cambridge IGCSEs, and the curricula are informed by the English National Curriculum and UK best practices. The school aims to deliver high-calibre education while celebrating cultural and personal values. It supports students' educational, moral, social and spiritual needs, shaping lifelong learners who are self-confident, independent thinkers, and curious about the world.

Arts & Creative
ESM has an arts department that allows students to explore music, dance and drama. The school calendar features Junior and Secondary Musicals, Festivals of Song and Culture, and the Better Together Variety Concert, providing opportunities to develop performing arts talents. The arts program encourages students to experiment, grow, and perform across a range of events.

Cultural & Language
English is the language of instruction, and Mongolian is taught from the start of Junior School. From Grade 6, a third language is added with options including Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Russian. This multi-language approach supports cultural awareness and global communication.

Social & Hobbies
Each school day ends with a range of clubs from Monday to Thursday, offering enrichment, creativity, collaboration and personal-interest pursuits beyond the classroom. Clubs include martial arts, sports, drama, canvas and felt crafts, chess, robotics, and meditation, among others.

Community & Service
The school conducts fundraising initiatives and a school-wide donation drive involving students, parents and staff across campuses. These activities reflect the school's commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
From Sixth Form prefects through the Student Council, House Captains and Secondary School Leaders to Junior School Leaders, there are leadership opportunities for students to make a difference in the school. These roles help develop the skills and experience to become future global change-makers. Leadership structures and coordinators support student leadership across levels.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A dedicated Pastoral Lead coordinates wellbeing support with Form Tutors and safeguarding, counselling and psychologist teams to ensure tailored wellbeing support. Safeguarding and wellbeing are central to the school's care for students. The Junior School timetable includes Health and Well-being as a core component, and the school offers extensive sports programs with qualified coaches and facilities to support both team and individual activities.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Mongolian is taught from the start of Junior School. From Grade 6 an additional language is introduced, with students choosing among Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Russian.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses English as the language of instruction. Mongolian is taught from the start of Junior School. From Grade 6, a third language is introduced to the curriculum, with students choosing between Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Russian.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Grade 1 admissions: The school's Grade 1 enrolment requires applicants born between January 1 and December 31, 2020. Grade 1 admission does not require an exam, but a triple interview with parents/guardians may be conducted if necessary. Applications for preschool (3–5 years) and Grade 1 take place on March 2, 2026, at 9:00 am at the school. For the 2026–2027 academic year, two new Grade 1 classes will be opened, totaling 48 students.

2. Grades 2–11 admissions: Enrollment for Grades 2–11 begins on March 9, 2026. Applicants must take an English language proficiency test and Maths (in English). Students who score 80% or above are placed on a waiting list and admitted as vacancies become available.

3. Documents and enrolment materials: Grade 1 requires a non-refundable registration fee of 400,000 MNT, 2 photos 3x4, a birth certificate copy, and a copy of the parents'/guardian's identity card. Grades 2–12 require the same documents plus the student's green book (excluded from ESIS). Additional documents for students from abroad include copies of the foreign passport with border stamp, copies of the parents'/guardians' foreign passports, an alien registration card, and 2 copies of original transcripts with translation. Pre-school requires a 400,000 MNT registration fee, 2 photos, a Mongolian birth certificate copy, a parents'/guardian's identity card copy, and the child's health record with vaccination details; additional documents for preschoolers from abroad include copies of the foreign passport and parents'/guardians' passports.

4. Registration form: A registration form is provided for download and must be completed and submitted with the other required documents.

Waitlist
2. Grades 2–11 admissions: Enrollment for Grades 2–11 begins on March 9, 2026. Applicants must take an English language proficiency test and Maths (in English). Students who score 80% or above are placed on a waiting list and admitted as vacancies become available.
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